This documentary on Mary Pickford is one of the best documentaries ever produced about a film star - period. Anyone who wants to know how brilliant this woman was about the art of filmmaking needs to view this film. The best thing about this visual recording of the life of "America's Sweetheart" is that it is honest, unbiased, and objective. We are able to learn all sides of Mary Pickford - some flattering, some not-so-flattering. Yet one realizes how passionate she was about the art of filmmaking - especially when it was in its infancy. But one can only truly appreciate Mary Pickford, the Artist, by viewing the clips of her films from this documentary. SHE was the actor who invented acting specifically for the motion picture camera. When you view clips of her films, you will be able to understand why. This documentary also explains how savvy she was as businesswoman, who demanded and received every penny she was worth. Yet, she cared about everyone who worked in the industry. As a director, I've had the privilege to direct several projects with the Motion Picture & Television Fund - an organization which provides care and living arrangements for retired artists who once work in the entertainment industry. This organization was created by Mary Pickford, along with other generous and caring people. Mary Pickford was a brilliant person, who had clear visions in every aspect of her professional life. She was a woman of film - who was way ahead of her time.
Review of Mary Pickford: A Life on Film
